Sweet Simmered Miso

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 16

A Flavorful Recipe for Sweet Simmered Miso Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 3/4 cups red miso or 1 3/4 cups white miso
	1/3 cup sake
	1/3 cup mirin
	3 tablespoons sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

107

Sugar

Fat

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup that has been enjoyed for centuries. This sweet simmered miso soup recipe is a flavorful twist on the classic recipe, adding sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish. Miso soup is a comforting and hearty soup that is perfect for cold winter days and can be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. This recipe can be adapted to include additional ingredients such as tofu, seaweed, and green onions to make it more filling and to suit your taste preferences.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, mix together the miso, sake, mirin, and sugar.
2.	Place the saucepan over medium heat, and stir until the sugar has dissolved.
3.	Lower the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
4.	Take the saucepan off the heat, add in any extra ingredients as desired, and let the mixture cool for several minutes.
5.	Serve the sweet simmered miso soup immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

PROS

Sweet simmered miso soup is a delicious and flavorful soup that is perfect for cold winter days.

This recipe is quick and easy to make, and most of the ingredients can be found at your local grocery store.

Miso soup is packed with nutrients and is a great source of protein.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the strong, salty taste of miso soup.

The addition of sugar to this recipe may not be suited to those who are watching their sugar intake.

This recipe may involve some trial and error to find the perfect balance of ingredients for your taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Miso soup is packed with vitamins and minerals, including niacin, manganese, and vitamin K.
The high protein content of miso makes it an excellent choice for vegetarians or those who are looking to reduce their meat intake.
The fermentation process used to make miso also makes it a good source of probiotics, which can improve gut health.